Network at the leading real estate mezz lending forum in the US
Join 300+ borrowers, lenders, & asset managers.
Showcase your brand at our 2026 event!
We’ll tailor and customize our solution to fit your needs and budgets and to exceed your expectations. Get in touch early and see available opportunities.
300+
industry stakeholders
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borrowers
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C-suite and SVP-level executives
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expert speakers
Leverage the forum's 10+ years of expertise for your mezzanine portfolio
Build network. Build opportunities.
We know meaningful connections are key to success, which is why our networking opportunities are tailored to help you expand your network.
Engage in exclusive industry discussions, interactive Q&A sessions with speakers, and a variety of focused strategic panels.
Introducing Mezzanine Rapid Connect: Speed Networking Session - Participate in our speed networking style session suitable for all conference delegates, whether you are a mezz borrower, lender, developer, debt fund, or anywhere in between.
From learning to dealmaking
Get the inside track on strategies for new mezzanine debt acquisitions, development, refinancing, hybrid capital structures, and more.
Have the right knowledge to make the right decisions. Learn from the people who can guide your next winning move.
A decade+ of industry leading speakers
In 2025, 20+ industry leading panel speakers took to the stage, including:
- Glenn Grimaldi, CEO, Naftali Credit Partners
- Douglas Lyons, Managing Principal, Pearlmark
- Thomas Cassino, Managing Director, Head of CRE Loan Financing, JP Morgan
- Shaunak Tanna, Executive Director, PGIM Real Estate
- Jacob Feingold, Head of Originations, Canyon Partners Real Estate
- Laura Laumont, Managing Director, Head- Capital Markets, Nuveen
- Jeffrey Langbaum, Senior REIT, CRE Equity Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence
- Stephen Duncan, Principal, Singerman Real Estate
- Elliot Markus, Director, Cerberus Capital Management
The network generating new work
Meet the Mezzanine lending community, including:
- Developers
- Institutional investor/family offices
- Owner/operators
- Private equity
- Sr. debt lenders
- Subordinate debt lenders
- Law firms
- Servicers
See who spoke
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Fuel connections & conversations
Take advantage of built-in networking opportunities during the conference breakfast, lunch, and cocktail sessions. Enjoy delicious food and beverages while connecting with industry professionals.
Real time discussions
Connect with Mezzanine and High Yield Debt Investors, Originators, and Partners to enhance your industry knowledge and promote best practices for your lending strategies.
Knowledge through networking
With over three hours of scheduled networking breaks at the conference, you'll learn and connect with the best.
Maximize exposure. Drive results.
Boost your brand’s visibility and connect with key financers of mezzanine lending deals.
Whether you're looking to build brand awareness, generate high-quality leads, or showcase your thought leadership, our sponsorship packages offer customized options to align with your business objectives.
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